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The ‘Brightest’ Glow-in-the-Dark Filament? Prusa Launches PETG Ultraglow

Prusa’s streak of novel filament releases continues with new Prusament PETG Ultraglow, a super-luminescent, yet super-abrasive, material they claim is the “brightest on the market”.

by Matthew Mensley Feb 20, 2026
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Have a Bite
Cookiecad’s New TPU Adds a Touch of Magic to Flexible Prints

The release brings the colorful filament maker's range to over 100 filaments, now including vibrant spools of TPU.

by Matthew Mensley Sep 12, 2025
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More Functional PP
Prusa Drops Tough PP Glass Fiber Filament — So What Can You Do With It?

Its latest functional upgrade to standard polypropylene is stiff, heat-resistant, and easier to print than you’d expect, says Prusa.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 15, 2025
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Dial Up Flexibility
Qidi’s New Foaming TPU Filament Lets You Choose Your Level of Flexibility

Variable-hardness TPU can deliver parts ranging from super squishy to dense and rubbery depending on how you print it.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jun 17, 2025
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The Momentum Is with Fillamentum
Fillamentum Filament Buyer’s Guide

Fillamentum offers many more filaments beyond the usual PLA and ABS. Check out this guide on all of the options and when to use them.

by Ian Mitchell Jan 11, 2023
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Beat the Burn
3D Printing For Electronics? More Brands Are Rushing to Offer Flame-Retardant Filaments

Ensure that your 3D printed parts don't go up in flames by using flame-crushing materials that can actually self-extinguish.

by Jillian Veader Nov 6, 2025
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Stay Supported
3D Printer Support Material: Which One to Use for My Project?

Supports are a frustrating but necessary part of 3D printing. Save time and effort by picking the right 3D printer support material for your project.

by Hironori Kondo Jul 30, 2019
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Rock Solid
Overture3D’s New Rock PLA Wood Series: The “Wood” Filament That’s Actually Made With Stone

Overture3D says it's new Rock PLA series replicates organic grain patterns using marble dust for a clean, hassle-free print.

by Jonny Edge Dec 13, 2025
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Flexibility Upgrade
Up to Twice as Bouncy as TPU, Siraya Tech Launches Rebound PEBA 95A

Siraya Tech expands its flexible material portfolio with a nylon-elastomer filament that delivers higher rebound, reduced weight, and enhanced chemical resistance.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 7, 2025
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It's Not Really Plastic?
Prusa Launches Sustainable, Stainable Wood-Like Filament in Chocolate Brown

Fill your print room with the pleasant scent of wood — not chocolate, unfortunately — with this PLA filled with wood-waste particles.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jun 25, 2025
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Nice Threads
Continuous Fiber Reinforced 3D Printing: Mind-Blowing!

"Stronger than metal" polymer parts are easier to 3D print than you might think. Here's an introduction to the tech and the business case for continuous fiber 3D printing on a Markforged Mark Two.

by Matthew Mensley Oct 30, 2022
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The Filament Previously Known as Purple
‘Blood of My Enemies’ Red’ Is a Real Filament Name, but They Get Weirder

In a world with an ever-growing roster of filaments, it's not easy for them to stand out. One way to do it? Adding a splash of dramatic or witty flair with a goofy, eye-catching name.

by Moira Daly Mar 21, 2026
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Industrial Sustainability
New Bio HT PLA Offers the Elusive Combo: Industrial Strength & Sustainability

Filamentive Bio HT offers 160°C heat resistance and industrial strength in a bio-based PLA that requires zero annealing.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jan 23, 2026
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Material Innovation
Wake Up and Smell the Filament: Kexcelled Brews Up New Coffee & Tea PLA

Kexcelled's new K5 PLA Eco-Aesthetic series turns beverage waste into filaments that bring the aroma of your favorite café right to your 3D printer.

by Carolyn Schwaar Nov 10, 2025
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From Waste to Wonder
3D Printing Filament From Fishnets Aims to Save the Ocean

Recycling the plastic from abandoned commercial fishing nets into a material to 3D print with gives consumers and companies a new path to sustainability.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jan 13, 2023
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Polymaker’s New Filament Protects Your Electronics Projects From Deadly Static Shocks

Polymaker has just introduced Fiberon PA612-ESD, a new engineering filament for hobbyists and professionals tailormade for static-safe components and eliminating the need for post-processing or specialized ESD coatings.

by Matthew Mensley Jul 15, 2025
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Stronger Prints, Smarter Materials
Elegoo Launches Fiber-Reinforced Filament Starting at Just $9.99

Hobbyists and pros alike might want to rethink their next functional print. Elegoo just launched rugged, fiber-reinforced filaments at a surprising price.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jun 24, 2025
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X-treme Materials
MatterHackers NylonX Filament Review

Looking for a filament to use in your engineering projects? MatterHackers' NylonX may be for you. Follow along as we test a spool out!

by Emmett Grames Oct 13, 2019
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Official Brand Match
Not Just Another Green: Prusa Launches Škoda Green Filament Collaboration

Prusa partners with Škoda Auto to release "Electric" and "Emerald" greens to your 3D printer in both PLA and PETG.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jan 30, 2026
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Beige Is Back
Noctua Fans Rejoice: Prusa Unveils Color-Matched Prusament PLA

Prusa Research's first-ever brand-matched filament is just the beginning with more brand collaborations already in the pipeline.

by Carolyn Schwaar Dec 12, 2025
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